Rocks, Crystals and Gems

Simon & Schuster's Guide to Rocks and Minerals (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones) by Simon & Schuster

Practical, concise, and easy to use, <i>Simo more...1 point

Practical, concise, and easy to use, <i>Simon & Schuster's Guide to Rocks and Minerals</i> contains everything that the rock and mineral enthusiast needs to know. This field guide is divided into two large sections -- one devoted to minerals and one to rocks, each prefaced by a comprehensive introduction that discusses formation, chemistry, and more. All 377 entries, beautifully illustrated with color photographs and helpful visual symbols, provide descriptions and practical info...1 point

National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals (Audubon Society Field Guide) by NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY

Perfect for mountain climbers and hikers, this val more...0 points

Perfect for mountain climbers and hikers, this valuable reference covers more rocks and minerals in North America than any other available guide. 794 full-color photographs depict all the important rocks, gems, and minerals -- in many variations of color and crystal form -- and the natural environments in which they occur; written descriptions provide information on field marks, similar rocks and minerals, environment, areas of occurrence, and derivation of names. Includes a guide to mineral col...0 points

Let's Go Rock Collecting (Let'S-Read-And-Find-Out Science. Stage 2) by Roma Gans

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Holly Keller has created vivacious new paintings for this favorite Reading Rainbow title about geology. Readers follow two enthusiastic rock hounds around the globe as they add to their collection. Along the way they will learn how sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks are formed. From the Egyptian pyramids to Roman roads, from the diamond ring on your finger to the pebbles under your feet'rocks are everywhere!<br /> <p></p>0 points

The Practical Geologist: The Introductory Guide to the Basics of Geology and to Collecting and Identifying Rocks by Dougal Dixon

From exploring the basic principles of geology to more...0 points

From exploring the basic principles of geology to starting a rock and mineral collection, <i>The Practical Geologist</i> is the perfect introduction to the world of earth science.<p>Beginning with a history of the earth's formation and development, this book explores the substances that compose the planet, movements within the earth, the surface effects of weather and water, and underground landscapes.</p><p>It shows you how to search for, identify, and extract samp...0 points

Rock, Gem, and Mineral Collecting Sites in Western North Carolina by Rick Jacquot

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<p align="justify"> <img border="1" src="http://abooks.com/images/rocks2.jpg" align="left" hspace="10" vspace="10" width="200" height="284" /></p> <p align="justify"> Foreword by Ralph Roberts, Publisher There are things you can collect in these old, old mountains that have greater age than antiques. Far greater age. Eons old, and these treasures lie beneath your feet, in the ground,...0 points

How To Buy A Diamond: Insider Secrets For Getting Your Money's Worth, 5th Edition by Fred Cuellar

Newly revised, and completely updated, How to Buy more...0 points

Newly revised, and completely updated, How to Buy a Diamond is the only book on the market to include wholesalers' secret pricing charts that you, the public, never get to see! The charts are broken down by carat, clarity and color-including the various grades of color, for the first time ever. This valuable resource gives the information you need to get a stone that won't leave you feeling cheated.0 points

Geodes: Nature's Treasures by Brad Lee Cross, June Culp Zeitner

In this book two renowned experts share their life more...0 points

In this book two renowned experts share their lifelong passion for geodes and their extensive knowledge of world-class geode deposits as they present the latest theories on the formation and occurrence of these amazing mineral gifts of nature. Visit the geode mines of Northern Mexico and Southern Brazil with Brad Cross. Learn the geode mining process and how the astonishing treasures hidden inside are uncovered. Travel with June Culp Zeitner as she explores vast geode deposits throughout the Mid...0 points

Break Your Own Geodes

This is a great gift or party item. Breaking open more...0 points

This is a great gift or party item. Breaking open geodes is fun! Having a set of 10 geodes of assorted sizes means even more fun! Label explains geological formation of geodes and gives safety instructions for breaking.0 points

Custom Amethyst Geode

Dimensions: 15" Total Height. 7" Wide.0 points

Geo the Geode

"Geo the Geode" is a non-fiction book th more...0 points

"Geo the Geode" is a non-fiction book that describes characteristics of rocks in general, and geodes in particular, especially their geographic distribution, formation and uses. Written for elementary school children ages 5 - 11, the book also features sidebars for older students and adults. A glossary and index are included.0 points

Geode Half

This geode half has been carefully sliced and poli more...0 points

This geode half has been carefully sliced and polished to reveal rich interiors. Great for the rock collections or school science projects. Each geode half (sold individually) is approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter.0 points